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Don’t Risk It!

Don’t Risk It!

Don’t Risk It!

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If you are under 21, don’t drink.

Over or Under 21?

If you are over 21, 0.08 is the limit to operate a motor vehicle or watercraft on any Texas roadway or waterway.

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If you are under 21, don’t drink.

Zero ToleranceDriving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI)

While it is illegal for anyone to drive when intoxicated, it is also illegal for a minor (anyone under 21) to operate a motor vehicle or watercraft while having ANY detectable amount of alcohol in the their system.

TABC Code §106.041

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DUI Penalties

Class C Misdemeanor• Fine up to $500;• Alcohol awareness class;• 20 to 40 hours of community

service;• 60 days driver´s license

suspension;• The minor would not be eligible

for an occupational license for the first 30 days of the suspension.

Class C Misdemeanor• Fine up to $500;• Alcohol awareness class;• 40 to 60 hours of community

service;• 120 days driver´s license

suspension;• The minor would not be eligible

for an occupational license for the first 90 days of the suspension.

First Offense Second Offense

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DUI Penalties (continued)

A third offense is not eligible for deferred adjudication. The minor’s driver’s license is suspended for 180 days and an occupational license may not be obtained for the entire suspension period. If the minor is 17 or older, the fine increases to $500 - $2,000, confinement in jail for up to 180 days, or both.

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Purchase for or Furnish Alcohol to a Minor

It is an offense if a person purchases an alcoholic beverage for or gives or makes available an alcoholic beverage to a minor with criminal negligence.

TABC Code §106.06

Class A Misdemeanor• Fine up to $4000; and/or• Up to one year in jail; and • Automatic suspension of driver’s license for 180 days upon conviction.

*A minor can commit this offense as well.

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Minors who purchase, attempt to purchase, possess, or consume alcoholic beverages, as well as minors who are intoxicated in public or misrepresent their age to obtain alcoholic beverages, face the following consequences:

TABC Code §106

Class C Misdemeanor• Fine up to $500;• Alcohol awareness class;• 8 to 40 hours of community service; and• 30 to 180 days suspension or denial of driver’s license.

Laws for Minors

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Intoxicated“Intoxicated” means:

(A) not having normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, a combination of two or more of those substances, or any other substance into the body; or(B) having an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more.

Public Intoxication: A person commits an offense if the person appears in a public place while intoxicated to the degree that the person may endanger the person or another.

Public Intoxication

Texas Penal Code §49.01

Texas Penal Code §49.02

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Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)

It is an offense if a person operates a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated.

Texas Penal Code §49.04

Class B Misdemeanor if BAC > 0.08 and up to 0.15• Fine up to $2,000 and/or• 3 to 180 days in jail and• 90 days to 1 year loss of driver’s license.

Class A Misdemeanor if BAC > 0.15• Fine up to $4,000 and/or • Up to 1 year in jail.

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DWI With a Child Passenger

It is an offense if a person operates a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated and has a passenger that is under the age of 15.

Texas Penal Code §49.045

State Jail Felony• Fine up to $10,000 and/or• 180 days to 2 years in jail.

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Intoxication AssaultA person commits an offense if the person, by accident or mistake, while operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated, by reason of that intoxication causes serious bodily injury to another.

Texas Penal Code §49.07

Third Degree Felony• Fine up to $10,000 (for each count) and/or

• 2 to 10 years in jail (for each count).

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Intoxication ManslaughterA person commits an offense if the person, by accident or mistake, while operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated, by reason of that intoxication causes the death of another.

Texas Penal Code §49.08

Second Degree Felony• Fine up to $10,000 (for each count) and/or

• 2 to 20 years in jail (for each count).

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• A DWI can cause you to lose your license, be put on probation or even go to jail.

• The court costs and legal fees of a DWI can add up to more than $17,000.• A DWI conviction remains on your record, affecting career goals and

ambitions. • Drinking and driving can result in physical injuries or even death.

A Losing Game

Get a sober ride, not a DWI!

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Can You Afford It?

DWI BILL 21139FINE

2,000BAIL

LAWYER FEESCOUNTY FEESCOURT-ORDERED CLASSESVEHICLE INSURANCELICENSE FEESOTHER EXPENSES

UP TO

2,0754,800

780300

2461,950

4,849

$17,000

FIRST-TIME DWIThis is what your bill could be.

Designate a sober driver or let us call you a cab. Get more info at TexasDWI.org.

A DWI arrest and conviction in Texas can cost up to $17,000 in fines and fees. Offenders must pay a long list of costs, including vehicle towing and impoundment, bail, attorney fees, court and probation fees, fees to regain or retain a driver license, and a hike in auto insurance premiums.

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Designated Drivers

Remember: It is illegal to drink to intoxication in public.

Make a plan before going out. Always designate a sober driver if you plan on drinking. If you are impaired, do not drive - call a taxi, use mass transit, contact the community safe ride program or call a sober friend or family member to get you home safety or simply stay where you are.

Think twice before you drink and drive.

DWI BILL 21139FINE

2,000BAIL

LAWYER FEESCOUNTY FEESCOURT-ORDERED CLASSESVEHICLE INSURANCELICENSE FEESOTHER EXPENSES

UP TO

2,0754,800

780300

2461,950

4,849

$17,000

FIRST-TIME DWIThis is what your bill could be.

Designate a sober driver or let us call you a cab. Get more info at TexasDWI.org.

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E-mail: complaints@tabc.texas.govMobile App: TABC:Mobile (available on iOS/Android)

Mail: Texas Alcoholic Beverage CommissionEnforcement DivisionP.O. Box 13127Austin, TX 78711

In person: To find your local TABC office, go to:

aware of an establishment that overserves patrons?

Notify TABC and keep your community safe.

http://www.tabc.texas.gov/contact_us/local_field_office.asp

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TxDOT Traffic Safety Specialists

TxDOT’s Traffic Operations Division develops traffic safety initiatives aimed at reducing fatalities and serious injuries from motor vehicle crashes. In addition, the division oversees driver safety programs and campaigns geared towards teen drivers, child safety, sober driving, hurricane evacuation and many other issues.

To contact your local TxDOT Traffic Safety Specialist, go to:

https://www.buckleuptexas.com/content/default.asp?id=83

Questions or Concerns?questions@tabc.texas.gov

1-888-THE-TABC